When you assume a new administrative position, you may quickly be consumed by learning the ropes, managing crises, implementing change, or even all these at once. So before you immerse yourself too deeply in your day-to-day work, create a foundation for a sustainable and enjoyable tenure in higher education administration. Such a foundation can include mentoring, professional development, financial planning, and self-care. Creating the conditions for you to be your best self will help you serve others more effectively.
Beyond Programs: Leadership Lessons from Ireland’s Inclusive Universities
During a recent sabbatical studying inclusive postsecondary education in Ireland, I visited four universities—University College Cork, Trinity College Dublin, Dún Laoghaire Institute of Art, Design and Technology, and Mary Immaculate
Ashley Rodrigues
July 20, 2026
